1971 Fiat 127 vs. 1971 Peugeot 404
To start off, both 1971 Fiat 127 and 1971 Peugeot 404 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Peugeot 404 (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Peugeot 404 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Peugeot 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 1971 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 127 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
